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Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy

David Hsieh

David Hsieh

Donald A. Glaser Professor of Physics; Executive Officer for Physics
B.S., Stanford University, 2003; Ph.D., Princeton University, 2009. Assistant Professor, Caltech, 2012-18; Professor, 2018-22; Glaser Professor, 2022-; Executive Officer, 2023-.

Research Interests: Quantum Information, Quantum and Condensed Matter

Overview

Hsieh is an experimental condensed matter physicist. He and his group search for and study new quantum phases of matter in solids using a variety of laser-based spectroscopic techniques. They work on materials including metals, insulators, magnets, semiconductors and superconductors. The work has potential applications in faster, more efficient computers and electronic devices, quantum computers, and other quantum technologies.

Selected Awards

  • Taiwan 10 Outstanding Young Overseas Compatriots, 2025
  • Donald A. Glaser Professor of Physics, 2022
  • Moore Experimental Physics Investigator, 2022
  • Brown Investigator Award, 2021
  • Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists & Engineers, 2017

Caltech Affiliations

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Selected Publications

For a complete publications list, see feeds.library.caltech.edu

Related Courses

Ph 242 ab. Physics Seminar. 4 units (2-0-2); first, second terms, 2025-26. An introduction to independent research, including training in relevant professional skills and discussion of current Caltech research areas with Caltech faculty, postdocs, and students. One meeting per week plus student projects. Registration restricted to first-year graduate students in physics.
Instructor: Hsieh